Pune Dec 31 (.) Symbiosis International (Deemed University) (SIU) successfully hosted the West Zone Inter-University Women’s Badminton Championship at its Lavale Campus, marking one of the most impactful editions of the tournament to date.
Organised under the aegis of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), the championship witnessed a record participation of 104 universities from across the West Zone.
The five-day championship showcased high-quality competition, sportsmanship, and the growing stature of women’s university sport in India. After a series of thrilling matches, Savitribai Phule Pune University emerged as the champions, followed by Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya, Madhya Pradesh as runners-up, while the University of Rajasthan secured third place, said release today.
Exceptional individual performances were also recognised. Shreya Bhosle of Savitribai Phule Pune University was awarded Best Player of the Championship, while Diya Shekhawat from the University of Rajasthan received the Emerging Player Award. The Most Promising Player Award was conferred upon Sanskriti Satarkar of Savitribai Phule Pune University.
The event was held under the visionary leadership and unwavering support of Dr. S. B. Mujumdar, Founder and Chancellor, Symbiosis International (Deemed University), whose long-standing commitment to holistic education and women empowerment through sport continues to inspire national-level initiatives at Symbiosis.
As a recognised health promoting university, SIU ensured comprehensive athlete support through world-class infrastructure, physiotherapy services, medical readiness, and athlete-centric hospitality. . SP .